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Test Bank Complete_ Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts & Practice 5th Edition, (2021) By Holly K. Stromberg All Chapters 1-49| 16 Units| Latest Version With Detailed Answers| Grade A

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Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts & Practice 5th Edition, (2021)

By Holly K. Stromberg
All Chapters 1-49| 16 Units| Latest Version With Detailed Answers| Grade A+

,UNIT 1. MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING SETTINGS ____________________________________ 5
Chapter 01: Caring For Medical-Surgical Patients _________________________________________ 5
Chapter 02: Critical Thinking And The Nursing Process ___________________________________ 24
UNIT 2. MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATIENT CARE PROBLEMS______________________________ 37
Chapter 03: Fluid, Electrolytes, Acid-Base Balance, And Intravenous Therapy _________________ 37
Chapter 04: Care Of Preoperative And Intraoperative Surgical Patients ______________________ 49
Chapter 05: Care Of Postoperative Patients ____________________________________________ 62
Chapter 06: Infection Prevention And Control __________________________________________ 74
Chapter 07: Care Of Patients With Pain _______________________________________________ 86
Chapter 08: Care Of Patients With Cancer _____________________________________________ 98
Chapter 09: Chronic Illness And Rehabilitation_________________________________________ 110
UNIT 3. IMMUNE SYSTEM ____________________________________________________ 123
Chapter 10: The Immune And Lymphatic System _______________________________________ 123
Chapter 11: Care Of Patients With Immune And Lymphatic Disorders ______________________ 135
UNIT 4. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM ________________________________________________ 149
Chapter 12: The Respiratory System _________________________________________________ 149
Chapter 13: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Upper Respiratory System ______________ 162
Chapter 14: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Lower Respiratory System ______________ 175
UNIT 5. HEMATOLOGIC SYSTEM _______________________________________________ 188
Chapter 15: The Hematologic System ________________________________________________ 188
Chapter 16: Care Of Patients With Hematologic Disorders _______________________________ 201
UNIT 6. CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM ____________________________________________ 213
Chapter 17: The Cardiovascular System ______________________________________________ 213
Chapter 18: Care Of Patients With Hypertension And Peripheral Vascular Disease ____________ 225
Chapter 19: Care Of Patients With Cardiac Disorders ____________________________________ 238
Chapter 20: Care Of Patients With Coronary Artery Disease And Cardiac Surgery _____________ 250
UNIT 7. NEUROLOGIC SYSTEM _________________________________________________ 264
Chapter 21: The Neurologic System _________________________________________________ 264
Chapter 22: Care Of Patients With Head And Spinal Cord Injuries _________________________ 277
Chapter 23: Care Of Patients With Brain Disorders _____________________________________ 289
Chapter 24: Care Of Patients With Peripheral Nerve And Degenerative Neurologic Disorders ___ 301

,UNIT 8. SENSORY SYSTEM ____________________________________________________ 313
Chapter 25: The Sensory System: Eye ________________________________________________ 313
Chapter 26: The Sensory System: Ear ________________________________________________ 325
UNIT 9. GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM ___________________________________________ 338
Chapter 27: The Gastrointestinal System _____________________________________________ 338
Chapter 28: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Upper Gastrointestinal System __________ 351
Chapter 29: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Lower Gastrointestinal System __________ 364
Chapter 30: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Gallbladder, Liver, And Pancreas _________ 378
UNIT 10. MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM __________________________________________ 392
Chapter 31: The Musculoskeletal System _____________________________________________ 392
Chapter 32: Care Of Patients With Musculoskeletal And Connective Tissue Disorders _________ 404
UNIT 11. URINARY SYSTEM ___________________________________________________ 418
Chapter 33: The Urinary System ____________________________________________________ 418
Chapter 34: Care Of Patients With Disorders Of The Urinary System _______________________ 432
UNIT 12. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM _________________________________________________ 447
Chapter 35: The Endocrine System __________________________________________________ 447
Chapter 36: Care Of Patients With Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, And Adrenal Disorders _____ 459
Chapter 37: Care Of Patients With Diabetes And Hypoglycemia ___________________________ 473
UNIT 13. REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM ______________________________________________ 488
Chapter 38. The Reproductive System _______________________________________________ 488
Chapter 39: Care Of Women With Reproductive Disorders _______________________________ 495
Chapter 40: Care Of Men With Reproductive Disorders __________________________________ 510
Chapter 41: Care Of Patients With Sexually Transmitted Infections ________________________ 524
UNIT 14. INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM ____________________________________________ 537
Chapter 42: The Integumentary System ______________________________________________ 537
Chapter 43: Care Of Patents With Integumentary Disorders And Burns _____________________ 550
UNIT 15. EMERGENCY AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT ______________________________ 564
Chapter 44: Care Of Patients In Disasters Or Bioterrorism Attack __________________________ 564
Chapter 45: Care Of Patients With Emergent Conditions, Trauma, And Shock ________________ 576
UNIT 16. MENTAL HEALTH NURSING OF THE ADULT _______________________________ 590
Chapter 46: Care Of Patients With Cognitive Function Disorders __________________________ 590

,Chapter 47: Care Of Patients With Anxiety, Mood, And Eating Disorders____________________ 602
Chapter 48: Care Of Patients With Substance-Related And Addictive Disorders ______________ 615
Chapter 49: Care Of Patients With Thought And Personality Disorders _____________________ 628

,UNIT 1. MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING SETTINGS
CHAPTER 01: CARING FOR MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATIENTS
Holly K. Stromberg: Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts & Practice 5th Edition, (2021)

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Which Statement Accurately Describes The Primary Purpose Of The State Nurse
Practice Act (NPA)?
A. To Test And License LPN/LVNS.
B. To Define The Scope Of LPN/LVN Practice.
C. To Improve The Quality Of Care Provided By The LPN/LVN.
D. To Limit The LPN/LVN Employment Placement.

CORRECT ANS: B
While Improving Quality Of Care Provided By The LPN/LVN May Be A Result Of The
NPA, The Primary Purpose Of The NPA Of Each State Defines The Scope Of Nursing
Practice In That State.
A: Testing And Licensing Are Functions Of The State Board Of Nursing, Not The
Primary Purpose Of The NPA.
C: While The NPA May Indirectly Improve Care Quality, This Is Not Its Primary
Purpose.
D: The NPA Does Not Aim To Limit Employment Placement But Rather To Regulate
Practice Standards

PTS: 1
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2
OBJ: 3 Top: NPA KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

,2. The Charge Nurse Asks The New Vocational Nurse To Start An Intravenous Infusion,
A Skill That The Vocational Nurse Has Not Been Taught During Her Educational
Program. How Should The Vocational Nurse Respond?
A. Ask A More Experienced Nurse To Demonstrate The Procedure.
B. Look Up The Procedure In The Procedure Manual.
C. Attempt To Perform The Procedure With Supervision.
D. Inform The Charge Nurse Of Her Lack Of Training In This Procedure.

CORRECT ANS: D
The Charge Nurse Should Be Informed Of The Lack Of Training To Perform The
Procedure, And The Vocational Nurse Should Seek Further Training To Gain
Proficiency. Although The Other Options Might Be Helpful, They Are Not Safe.
A: While Learning From Experienced Nurses Is Valuable, It Is Not Appropriate For
Performing An Unfamiliar Procedure Without Prior Training.
B: Reading A Manual Is Insufficient For Performing A High-Risk Procedure Like Iv
Infusion.
C: Attempting The Procedure Without Proper Training Compromises Patient Safety.

PTS: 1
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 3
OBJ: 1 Top: Providing Safe Care KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

3. Which Patient Statement Indicates A Need For Further Discharge Teaching That The
Vocational Nurse Should Address?
A. “I Have No Idea Of How This Drug Will Affect Me.”
B. “Do You Know If My Physician Is Coming Back Today?”
C. “Will My Insurance Pay For My Stay?”
D. “Am I Going To Have To Go To A Nursing Home?”

,CORRECT ANS: A
Lack Of Knowledge At Discharge About Medication Effects And Side Effects Is A
Concern That Should Be Addressed By The Vocational Nurse. The Other Concerns In
The Options Are The Responsibility Of Other Departments To Which The Nurse Might
Refer The Patient.
B: This Is A Logistical Question Unrelated To Discharge Teaching.
C: Insurance Concerns Are Typically Handled By The Billing Department.
D: Placement Decisions Are Usually Made By Social Workers Or Case Managers.

PTS: 1
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 2
OBJ: 1 Top: Teaching KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

4. According To Most State NPAs, The Vocational Nurse Acting As Charge Nurse In A
Long-Term Care Facility Acts In Which Capacity?
A. Working Under Direct Supervision Of An Rn On The Unit
B. Working With The Rn In The Building
C. Working Under General Supervision By The Rn Available On Site Or By Phone
D. Working As An Independent Vocational Nurse

CORRECT ANS: C
The Vocational Nurse In The Capacity Of The Charge Nurse In A Long-Term Care
Facility Acts With The General Supervision Of An Rn Available On Site Or By Phone.
A: Direct Supervision Implies Constant Oversight, Which Is Not Required.
B: This Is Vague And Does Not Specify The Supervisory Relationship.
D: Vocational Nurses Are Not Authorized To Work Independently.

PTS: 1
DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension REF: 2

, OBJ: 1 Top: Charge Nurse/Manager KEY: Nursing
Process Step: N/A
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

5. The Nurse Is Educating A Patient That Is A Member Of A Health Maintenance
Organization (HMO). Which Information Should The Nurse Include?
A. Seek The Opinion Of An Alternate Health Care Provider.
B. Obtain Insurance Approval For Medical Services Prior To Treatment.
C. Provide Detailed Documentation Of All Care Received For His Condition.
D. Wait At Least 6 Months To See A Specialist.

CORRECT ANS: B
Most HMOS Require Preprocedure Authorization For Treatment. Patients Are Not
Required To Seek A Second Opinion, Provide Documentation Of Care, Or Wait A
Specific Time Period Before Visiting A Specialist.
A: Second Opinions Are Not Required By HMOS.
C: Documentation Is Important But Not Specific To HMOS.
D: HMOS Do Not Impose A Waiting Period For Specialist Visits.

PTS: 1
DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 9
OBJ: 9 Top: Charge Nurse/Manager
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Effective Care Environment: Coordinated Care

6. The Patient Complains To The Nurse That He Is Confused About His “Deductible”
That He Owes The Hospital. Which Statement Accurately Explains A Deductible?
A. An Amount Of Money Put Aside For The Payment Of Future Medical Bills
B. A One-Time Fee For Service
C. An Amount Of Money Deducted From The Bill By The Insurance Company

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